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Important Safeguards
Warning
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This grill is for outdoor use only, and should not be used in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.
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Do NOT operate, light or use this appliance within ten feet (3.05 m) of walls, structures or buildings.
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For residential use only. This grill is NOT for commercial use.
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This grill is not intended for and should never be used as a heater. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation.
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This grill is safety certified for use in the United States and/or Canada only. Do NOT modify for use in any other location. Modification will result in a
safety hazard and will void your warranty.
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This grill, from the factory, is for use with liquid propane (LP) gas only. The conversion to or attempted use of natural gas in this LP gas grill is
dangerous, may cause bodily harm and will void your warranty.
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This grill, from the factory, is for use with LP gas. The natural gas conversion kit model number VFK1702W-C may be used to convert your grill to
natural gas. The use of any other conversion kit is dangerous, may cause bodily harm and will void your warranty.
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LP gas characteristics:
a. LP gas is flammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Become aware of the characteristics before using any LP gas product.
b. LP gas is explosive under pressure, heavier than air, and settles/pools in low areas.
c. LP gas in its natural state has no odor. For your safety, an odorant is added that smells like rotten cabbage.
d. Contact with LP gas can cause freeze burns to skin.
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Natural gas ( NG) characteristics:
a. NG is flammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Become aware of the characteristics before using any NG product.
b. NG is explosive under pressure, heavier than air, and settles/pools in low areas.
c. NG in its natural state has no odor. For your safety, an odorant is added that smells like rotten cabbage.
d. Contact with NG can cause freeze burns to skin.
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Apartment dwellers: Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using a LP gas grill in your apartment complex. If allowed,
use outside on the ground floor with a ten foot (3.05 m) clearance from any structure. Do NOT use on or under balconies.
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LP gas cylinder needed to operate. Only cylinders marked “propane” may be used.
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The LP gas cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
Specifications for LP-gas Cylinders
of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National Standard of Canada,
CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods;
and Commission.
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LP gas cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
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The LP gas cylinder must have a listed overfilling prevention device (OPD).
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Only use LP gas cylinders equipped with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for outdoor cooking appliances.
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The LP gas cylinder must have a cylinder collar to protect the cylinder valve.
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Never use a LP gas cylinder with a damaged body, valve, collar or footing.
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Dented or rusted LP gas cylinders may be hazardous and should be checked by your LP gas supplier prior to use.
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The LP gas cylinder should not be dropped or handled roughly.
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LP gas cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area. Your
cylinder must never be stored where temperatures can reach over 125°F.
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Do NOT insert any tool or foreign object into the valve outlet or safety relief valve. You may damage the valve and cause a leak. Leaking propane may
result in an explosion, fire, severe personal injury or death.
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Do NOT block holes in sides or back of grill.
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Never keep an LP gas cylinder in a hot car or trunk. Heat will cause the gas pressure to increase, which may open the relief valve and allow gas to
escape.
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Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet that is provided
with the cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane.
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If grill is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder and disconnected.
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Do NOT store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near this appliance.
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Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
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A fire causing serious injury or damage to property may occur if the above is not followed exactly.
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Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained LP gas system of a camper trailer, motor home or house.
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Never use charcoal, lighter fluid, lava rocks, gasoline, kerosene or alcohol with this product.
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Your grill has been checked at all factory connections for leaks. Recheck all connections as described in the “Operating Instructions” section, as
shipping can loosen connections.
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Check for leaks even if your unit was assembled for you by someone else.
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Do NOT operate if a gas leak is present. Gas leaks may cause a fire or explosion.
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You must follow all instructions in “Checking for Leaks” section before operating. To prevent fire or explosion hazard when testing for a leak:
a. Always perform a leak test before lighting the grill and each time the cylinder is connected for use.
b. No smoking. Do NOT use or permit sources of ignition in the area while conducting a leak test.
c. Conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
d. Do NOT use matches, lighters, or a flame to check for leaks.
e. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.
f. Strong odors, colds, sinus congestion, etc. may prevent the detection of propane. Use caution and common sense when testing for leaks.
g. Do NOT use grill until any and all leaks are corrected.
LP: If you are unable to stop a leak, disconnect the LP gas supply. Call a gas appliance serviceman or your local LP gas supplier.
NG: If you are unable to stop a leak, turn off the main valve on the NG supply line. Call a gas appliance serviceman or your local NG supplier.
